Comments on: Randall & Aubin: Fruits of the Sea [review]

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:34:33 +0000

I haven’t been back to Randall & Aubin for maybe 2 years now, but every time I pass it good memories come flooding back.

Sea food is great there, but it’s the vibe that makes it. There aren’t many places I enjoy queuing outside, but the staff there make sure you get to order some drinks before a table comes available. Gets you into the mood.

Strangely enough it’s the only place I’ve walked into the toilets and seen people having sex. The waiters treated it like an everyday event, which knowing Soho it probably is.

By: Kang L.

Kang L. — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:46:39 +0000

Mrs P – Indeed, I realy enjoyed Randall & Aubin as well, I’d like to go back to try their fish soup and their baguettes sometime soon…maybe the weekend

By: Mrs P

Mrs P — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:49:13 +0000

It is definitely NOT a tourist trap. I eat there at least twice a week! And they’ve JUST changed the menu to add more seafood, and stuffing with bread sauce with the chicken.

By: Gourmet Chick

Gourmet Chick — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:01:42 +0000

Kang that looks amazing – £59 is a lot of money but looks like it was worthwhile.

By: Kang L.

Kang L. — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:35:06 +0000

Helen – I was a little amazed at how fresh things were, the prawns in particular were really good. Quality wise definitely up there, but pricy though.

Kerri – I was rather skeptical too, but it turned out to be a good meal. On the back of this meal, I definitely want to go back to try the cooked food.

Boo – oh yes, I have to agree with you there, the thumping music was so loud, we had to shout at each other to be heard, otherwise yes, seafood was excellent

Wild Boar – I’m greedy too, needed two more crab claws We ordered a portion for two, and paid £59 for it. The total bill plus two glasses of wine and £3 cover charge (for two again) and service (at 12.5% I guess) came to £85.

By: Wild Boar

Wild Boar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:26:53 +0000

Er, is that platter for two or one person(s)? I think I’m just being greedy from here…

Sounds amazing though. My first impression was “Tourist Trap” but you’ve proved me wrong.

By: Boo

Boo — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:19:14 +0000

I’ve been here a couple of times. Interestingly, my first visit was a couple of years ago and it was deciededly quiter than subsequent visits. I think the music is a bit much volume wise. The seafood is great though, i’ve always enjoyed the meals.

By: Kerri

Kerri — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:43:31 +0000

I’ve been wanting to go there for years, ever since I worked nearby but still haven’t made it. It sounds like a great place and the food looks good too (I’ve always wondered if it was a bit style over substance but it doesn’t seem that way from your review). I’ll push it up the list!

By: Helen @ World Foodie Guide

Helen @ World Foodie Guide — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:31:47 +0000

I would have asked the same question too! I’m always worried, whether at home or in restaurants, about not having enough to eat. At home the question is “Is there any more?” when I’m served dinner. The freshest seafood I’ve regularly had has been while living in NYC. Here, I’m a bit reluctant to spend so much on it, although this does sound like a great feast!